Lent 2026: Tell Me Something Good
Lent was originally a season for new converts to learn and prepare for their baptism on Easter. During that time, they would study what was central to Christianity. As we crafted this series, we studied what was central to Jesus’ life and ministry: radical welcome, love for neighbor, care for the vulnerable, nourishment for the hungry, nonviolence in the face of injustice. At the heart of Jesus’ teachings, we find liberation, love, mercy, and grace—all of which are meant to be very good news for us all. Jesus’ words are easily distorted and sanitized in our modern world. Following Jesus leads to a richer, more expansive life, but it’s not necessarily comfortable. Jesus’ ministry can be described as “radical” which comes from the Latin word “radicalis,” meaning “root” or “ground.” Therefore, the good news should bring us back to our roots. Emulating Jesus and embodying his teachings should ground us in who God created us to be. Can we be “good news” people in a world too often burdened by bad news? This Lent, let us remember that the good news really is good news. It is joyful—like fine wine saved for celebration. It grows like a mustard seed and smells like perfume poured from an alabaster jar. It tastes like bread passed endlessly through a hungry crowd. It sounds like laughter and feels like mercy. The good news is alive in the world. We hope this series will provide fertile ground for conversation and worship, rooting our hearts and lives in the expansive goodness of God. This Lent, let the teachings of Jesus lead us forward. May the good news inspire us to take action in a world desperate to hear, see, and taste what is good.
Lenten Book Study
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Blessed is The Body by Tatum Tricarico
Sunday Mornings in Lent 9:45 AM | Bradshaw Room & on Zoom Join us through the season of Lent for a book study centered around Disability Justice. Together we will journey through Tatum Tricarico's book, Blessed Is The Body, and embrace both the limits of our humanity and our belovedness by God. This study begins on Sunday, February 22nd and will wrap up on Sunday, March 29th. You can purchase the book to support Tatum and engage daily devotions that will prepare for our time of discussion and blessing on Sunday mornings. Folks will be able to participate whether they have read or not both in-person and on Zoom. Sign up here. |
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Noontime Prayer
Disability Justice Stations of the Cross
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This Lent, join us for Disability Justice Stations of the Cross — a powerful prayer experience that reflects on Jesus’ journey to the cross alongside the experiences, struggles, and dignity of people with disabilities.
Written by Duke Divinity alumna Tatum Tricarico and led by Tatum & friends, this gathering invites us to pray, reflect, and imagine a more inclusive and just world together. All are welcome. This event is offered in partnership with L'arche NC and Duke Divinity School. Two ways to participate: In Person | March 25 5:30 pm – Dinner 6:30 pm – Stations of the Cross *no need to register in advance Online via Zoom March 27 | 12:30–1:30 pm EST |
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Holy Week
Keep an eye out for more details regarding holy week opportunities!
Maundy ThursdayThursday, April 2nd | Whitford Hall | Dinner at 5:30PM | Worship at 6:30PM
Maundy Thursday draws us into the quiet intimacy of Jesus’ final meal with his friends. On this night,we remember the towel and basin, the bread and cup—the simple, sacred gestures of love shared around a table. Join us for dinner and worship on Thursday, April 2nd as we observe Maundy Thursday together. We will begin our time together in Whitford Hall with a meal at 5:30PM. Worship will begin in Whitford Hall at 6:30PM. Childcare provided. |
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Good FridayGood Friday Service
April 2 | The Sanctuary We invite you to join us in journeying through music and word on Good Friday. We will have an extended music prelude from 6:30-7pm and the service of Tenebrae (which means 'shadows') begins at 7:00pm. |
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Easter SundaySunrise Service on the Front Lawn at 8:30am
"Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed!" Be the first to shout those words of hope and joy at our front lawn sunrise service, 8:30 am, on Easter morning. This 30-40 minute service includes singing, communion and the decorating of the cross with flowers. Breakfast from 9:00-10:30am | Whitford Hall Made and served by the Youth! Sanctuary Easter Service | Sanctuary | 10:55AM Join your voice with the choirs as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus! Communion will also be served as, together, we celebrate the gift of God's grace poured out for us and our world. |
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